2005 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2009 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
