2005 Audi S4 vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 785 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
