2008 BMW 135 vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 329 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 135 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
