2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Opel Omega

To start off, both 2005 Cadillac SRX and 2005 Opel Omega 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 346 kg more than 2005 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Omega. 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 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac SRX 2005 Opel Omega
Make Cadillac Opel
Model SRX Omega
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 94.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1614 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2720 mm


 

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