2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 602 Nm |
| 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 | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
