2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Corsa 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 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa 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 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
Model | SRX | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |