2002 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2487 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
