2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M3 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
