2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac SRX and 2005 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1011 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | SRX | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 509 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |