2002 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | Discovery | SRX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2807 mm |
