2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche

To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 846 kg more than 2005 Cadillac SRX. 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac SRX 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
Make Cadillac Rolls-Royce
Model SRX Corniche
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 324 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 738 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1889 kg 2735 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5410 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2060 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 3070 mm


 

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