2001 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1051 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.
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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
