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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (256 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
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 | 2996 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
