2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 10 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Escalade | TT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
