2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus GT 1. 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | SRX | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
