2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SRX | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |