2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Cadillac SRX
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Cadillac SRX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A8 | SRX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |