2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1999 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Dodge Durango. 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 1999 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | SRX | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
