2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 86 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 613 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 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 2005 Ford Mondeo. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
