2001 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 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 308 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
