2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
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 (342 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (335 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | SRX | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2420 mm |
