2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 146 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. 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 GMC Safari. 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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | SRX | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
