2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX. 2011 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Cadillac |
| Model | 550 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
