2008 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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 (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 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:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2007 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 328 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
