2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Escalade | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |