2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LS (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Lexus LS.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus LS. 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | SRX | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2930 mm |
