2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. 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 1057 kg more than 2005 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Escalade | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
