2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 5 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 376 kg more than 2012 BMW 520. 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 2012 BMW 520. 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | SRX | 520 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
