2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Altima | SRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
