2008 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
