2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 741 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac SRX | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SRX | Ponton |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |