2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1353 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche 911 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
Model | 911 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4491 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2355 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |