2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac SRX and 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SRX | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |