2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | SRX | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
