2000 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 169 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2008 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2960 mm |
