2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 59 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Audi |
Model | SRX | A5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |