2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 5 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 134 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 122 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2011 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Escalade | TT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
