2000 Mazda Protege vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 131 kg more than 2000 Mazda Protege. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | Protege | SRX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2807 mm |
