2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8205 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 978 kg more than 2007 Audi RS4.
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, 2007 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi RS4 | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | RS4 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8205 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
