2006 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (308 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| 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 | 340 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
