2005 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (256 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Audi S6.
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 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S6 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1889 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
