2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1990 Toyota Sera

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 Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera 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 148 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 983 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera. 2006 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Sera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac SRX 1990 Toyota Sera
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model SRX Sera
Year Released 2006 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 201 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1889 kg 906 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 3870 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2330 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 40 L


 

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