2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 144 L |
