2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 9 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, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 643 kg more than 2013 Audi A8.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Escalade | A8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
