1989 Audi V8 vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. Both 1989 Audi V8 and 2006 Cadillac SRX are equipped with a 3,562 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 179 kg more than 1989 Audi V8. 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | V8 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
