2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, both 2009 Cadillac SRX and 2009 Daihatsu Terios were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.

Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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 (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios
Make Cadillac Daihatsu
Model SRX Terios
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 1494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 254 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1750 mm


 

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