2002 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2007 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2950 mm |
