2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 185 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 151 kg more than 2012 Tata Safari. 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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tata |
| Model | SRX | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| 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 | 2071 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
