2002 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2002 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Forester | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Forester | SRX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2807 mm |
