2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Safari 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 119 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Tata Safari. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | Cadillac | Tata |
Model | SRX | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |