2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | SRX | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
