2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | SRX | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |