2008 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2004 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2004 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 550 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
