2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Cadillac Escalade were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1137 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A3 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2667 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |