2004 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 386 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A3 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
