2007 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 744 kg more than 2007 Audi A8. 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, 2007 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A8 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
