2005 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 852 kg more than 2005 Audi S6. 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S6 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6198 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 | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 117 L |
