2009 Audi TT vs. 2001 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1690 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2001 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | TT | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2960 mm |
