2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 969 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Paseo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Paseo. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Paseo has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Paseo 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 Cadillac SRX | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | SRX | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |
