2004 Audi TT vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2004 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | TT | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
