2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 289 kg more than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | SRX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
