2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 474 kg more than 2007 Cadillac SRX. 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | SRX | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
