2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. 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 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | SRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
