2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2002 Honda Z
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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z 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 205 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 929 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | SRX | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
