2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 794 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2007 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 103.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
