2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 103 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 614 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
