2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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 2002 Honda Civic. 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 (344 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | SRX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
