2007 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 730 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | electric |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
