2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 861 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | SRX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
