2009 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2009 Audi A5 and 2009 Cadillac Escalade were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1714 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A5 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 6161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |