2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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) has 203 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 99 kg more 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SRX | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
