2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 54 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 208 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | SRX | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |