2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | SRX | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
