2001 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1083 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2002 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
