2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Cadillac Escalade were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1302 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A3 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 515 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |