2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 107 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | SRX | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
