1999 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 2623 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (565 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1918 mm |
