2006 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 125 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
