2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | SRX | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
