1996 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 797 kg more than 1996 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S6 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 117 L |
