2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac SRX would be higher. 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 110 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2010 Toyota Avensis, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | SRX | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
