2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 323 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain. 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 GMC Terrain. 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | SRX | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2400 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 | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
