2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Cadillac SRX
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Cadillac SRX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 216 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X3 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
