2008 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi R8 | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | R8 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |