2005 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 649 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
