2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2003 Acura CL
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 309 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2003 Acura CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | SRX | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
