2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 508 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | SRX | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
