2005 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 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 35 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Audi S6.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S6 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 79 L |
