2005 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. 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 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Expedition | SRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2807 mm |
