2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 156 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SRX | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 4.5 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 | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
