2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 435 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. 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 2000 Ford Focus. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
