2005 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 911 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
