2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster 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 (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi R8. (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Audi R8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Escalade | R8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |