2006 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 797 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2009 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | MDX | SRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2071 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |
