2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 911. (540 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 911. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |
