2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 77 L |
