2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 8 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 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 837 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (515 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Escalade | A5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 349 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |