1994 Audi V8 vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 888 kg more than 1994 Audi V8. 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi V8. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi V8 | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
