2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX. 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac SRX | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | SRX | Acadia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |