2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Cadillac SRX
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Cadillac SRX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 421 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A4 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2071 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
