2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 911 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 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | SRX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
