1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 950 kg more than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Intrepid | SRX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 304 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2807 mm |
