2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | XLR | SRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
