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 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 994 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
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 | 1798 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
