2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Cadillac Escalade were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (404 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2008 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A8 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 404 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |