2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Silverado | SRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
