1999 Audi S8 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 S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 844 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | S8 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4 |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |