2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 675 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | SRX | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 506 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
