2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 and 2006 Cadillac SRX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 421 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4. 2006 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
