2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac SRX and 2005 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SRX | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2970 mm |