2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 631 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. 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 Nissan Quest. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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2008 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | SRX | Quest |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |