2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (451 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 795 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (624 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | SRX | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |