2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, both 2009 Audi RS6 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 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 581 kg more than 2009 Audi RS6.
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 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi RS6 | 2009 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | RS6 | Escalade |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4991 cc | 6161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 572 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |