2005 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 711 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Civic | SRX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 302 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |