2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade

To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 104 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 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 2006 Cadillac Escalade
Make Audi Cadillac
Model A6 Escalade
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 1800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.2:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1764 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 98 L


 

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