2006 Acura RL vs. 2008 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2008 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | RL | SRX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |