2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 3 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Cadillac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | SRX | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
