1988 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 186 kg more than 1988 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 2007 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Estate | SRX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2071 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |