2004 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1231 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A4 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |