2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Honda Insight

To start off, 2012 Honda Insight 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 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 157 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 714 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 2012 Honda Insight. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac SRX 2012 Honda Insight
Make Cadillac Honda
Model SRX Insight
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 1300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1246 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2550 mm


 

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