2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac SRX | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | SRX | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |