2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 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 2010 Nissan Quest. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 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 2010 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 (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac SRX 2010 Nissan Quest
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model SRX Quest
Year Released 2008 2010
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 345 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1889 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 Highway 10.7 L/100km 9.8 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 76 L


 

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