2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta is newer by 6 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 92 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 Lancia Delta. 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 2011 Lancia Delta. 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, 2011 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | SRX | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
