2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Cadillac SRX
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 296 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. 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 A6, 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
