2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac SRX and 2009 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Lexus RX. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Lexus RX | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | SRX | RX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |