2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 11 kg more than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac SRX | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | SRX | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |