2007 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (283 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 40 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.
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 BMW X3 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X3 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 79 L |
