2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 3 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac SRX | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | SRX | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |