2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 7 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, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 736 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Escalade | A6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |