2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 994 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. 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 2009 Ford E-150. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |
