2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 131 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Escalade | Q7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |