2005 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 734 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
