2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
