2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 266 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | SRX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
