2009 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. (397 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1029 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | R8 | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.4 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2947 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |