2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac SRX and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 197 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 561 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 2007 Opel Astra. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac SRX | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | SRX | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |