2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1259 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2475 mm |
