2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A6 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |