2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SRX | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
