2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo 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.
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2008 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Cadillac | Smart |
Model | SRX | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 33 L |