2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 312 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | SRX | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |