2002 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2638 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |
