2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 962 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.
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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi R8. (430 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Escalade | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
