2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 7 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) has 137 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 856 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. 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 (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Escalade | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
