2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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. 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 166 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 434 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 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.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Escalade | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2895 mm |