2005 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 876 kg more than 2005 Audi S8. 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2004 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2646 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
