2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1261 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. 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 2005 Audi TT. 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
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2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Audi TT | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Escalade | TT |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |