2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 653 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang 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 | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | SRX | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |