2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Q7 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
