2002 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 807 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 117 L |
