2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | SRX | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |