2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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 (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Audi A4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | Escalade | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 566 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2808 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |