2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 123 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 322 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 2011 Honda Civic. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | SRX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
