1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1988 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1988 Alpine V6 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:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 2009 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | V6 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
