2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 695 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac SRX | 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | SRX | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |