2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 43 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac SRX | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | SRX | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
