2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A8 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |