2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac SRX and 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 517 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | SRX | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |