2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 426 kg more than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | SRX | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3554 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
