2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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 9 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
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 @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Escalade | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |