2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. 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 2005 Chevrolet Venture. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | SRX | Venture |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
