2000 Acura RL vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 214 kg more than 2000 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura RL. (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | SRX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
