2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 386 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 110.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
