2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 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 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
