1998 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A8 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 (346 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Audi A8. (340 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A8.
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, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 346 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
