2005 Acura CL vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Acura CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | CL | SRX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |