1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Roadmaster | SRX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
