2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 481 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | SRX | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
