2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima 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 79 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 531 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | SRX | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
