2000 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
