2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 964 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac SRX | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | SRX | Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2210 mm |