2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | SRX | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 458 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 129 L |