2005 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (304 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2005 Audi A8 (431 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
