2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Honda Odyssey. (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Odyssey | SRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
