2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Cadillac SRX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A4 | SRX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 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 | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 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 | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |