2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac SRX and 2009 Mazda 6 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 (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 728 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 6 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.
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2009 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | SRX | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |