2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 811 kg more than 2006 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | S4 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |