2009 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
