2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 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 151 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 513 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Escalade | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |