2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 392 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | SRX | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 21.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 102 L |
