2012 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (174 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 Audi TT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Escalade | TT |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
