2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4

To start off, both 2008 Cadillac SRX and 2008 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 137 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 431 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 2008 Suzuki SX4
Make Cadillac Suzuki
Model SRX SX4
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1889 kg 1458 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 50 L


 

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