2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 6 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 79 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | SRX | DBS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
