2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
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 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
