2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Audi A4
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 A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. 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 128 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Escalade | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |