2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang 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 124 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 559 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang 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 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | SRX | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |