2008 BMW 523 vs. 2008 Cadillac SRX
To start off, both 2008 BMW 523 and 2008 Cadillac SRX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 2008 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 523 | SRX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |