2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac SRX and 2005 Renault Megane 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 137 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
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 Renault Megane, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Megane 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | SRX | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
