2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 4 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. Both 2008 Cadillac SRX and 2012 Dodge Avenger are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Avenger. 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | SRX | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
