2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac SRX and 2004 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 308 kg more than 2004 Cadillac SRX. 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 2004 Dodge Ram. 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 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac SRX | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | SRX | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3070 mm |