2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 512 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | SRX | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
