2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
