2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2840 mm |
