2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 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 3,554 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano. 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | SRX | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3554 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
