1999 Audi S8 vs. 2004 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2004 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S8 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
