2003 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | X5 | SRX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |