2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 BMW X1

To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 7 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 386 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac SRX 2012 BMW X1
Make Cadillac BMW
Model SRX X1
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 311 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1951 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4454 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1798 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1545 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 5.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 61 L


 

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