2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 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 155 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 503 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 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 | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | SRX | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
