2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 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 107 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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 2008 Volkswagen Bora. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | SRX | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
