2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. 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 Nissan Primera. 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 (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Primera 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.
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2009 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | SRX | Primera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |