2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac SRX and 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 702 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | SRX | Cavalier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 177 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1187 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 56 L |