2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A3 would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 448 kg more than 2003 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Escalade | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
