2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 810 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi 400. 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Venturi |
| Model | SRX | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
