2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | SRX | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2990 mm |
