2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac SRX and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 96 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (160 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2006 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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.
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2006 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | SRX | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |