2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor 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 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 566 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Condor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac SRX 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model SRX Condor
Year Released 2009 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 2437 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 86 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2071 kg 1505 kg
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 70 L


 

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