2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 851 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi RS6 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | RS6 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |