2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SRX | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2990 mm |
