2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 559 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman 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.
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2008 Cadillac SRX | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | SRX | Cayman |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1304 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2415 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |