2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (320 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
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 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | SRX | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
