2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 114 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | SRX | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
