2002 Audi RS6 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 RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 736 kg more than 2002 Audi RS6.
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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. 2004 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | RS6 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
