2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 589 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 505. 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 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1988 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1988 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac SRX | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | SRX | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |