2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 115 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 (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac SRX | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | SRX | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3050 mm |