2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SRX | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
