2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 135 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SRX | Vito |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |