2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | SRX | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 129 L |