2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac SRX and 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 172 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 851 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | SRX | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1390 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1109 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |