2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 3 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. Both 2006 Cadillac SRX and 2009 Cadillac DTS are equipped with a 4,565 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac DTS. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | SRX | DTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
