2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac SRX and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | SRX | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 7011 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 635 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |