2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Escalade | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2992 mm |