2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
