1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Eldorado | SRX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |