2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 729 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (420 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
