2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Maverick 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 60 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 466 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
