2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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 69 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 425 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | SRX | Colorado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |