2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 730 kg more than 2011 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac Escalade (447 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Escalade | A5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
