2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 689 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2012 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dacia |
| Model | SRX | Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
