2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 176 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
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 (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
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2008 Cadillac SRX | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | SRX | Equinox |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1811 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |