2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 142 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 471 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (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 X-Trail. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | SRX | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |