2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 17 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Escalade | A5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |