2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac SRX and 2009 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 885 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | SRX | Impala |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |