2003 Vauxhall Monaro vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (304 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 865 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Cadillac |
| Model | Monaro | SRX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2807 mm |
