2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 224 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 711 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac SRX 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model SRX Corolla
Year Released 2006 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 71.3 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1951 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 55 L