2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 338 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SRX | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 310 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |