2002 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
