2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Ford E-350

To start off, both 2008 Cadillac SRX and 2008 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 255 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 782 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.

Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac SRX 2008 Ford E-350
Make Cadillac Ford
Model SRX E-350
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 5409 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 475 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1889 kg 1107 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5520 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 2120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 3510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 132 L


 

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