2004 Acura CL vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 371 kg more than 2004 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | CL | SRX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |