2008 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1514 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
