2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
