2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac SRX 2011 Toyota 4Runner
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model SRX 4Runner
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 376 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1889 kg 2155 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4823 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1885 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 87 L