2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. 2004 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Escalade | R8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
