2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 907 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.
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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A6 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.1 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 117 L |