2001 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 117 L |
