2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 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) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 928. (317 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (430 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
