2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 2 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX. 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 2011 Bentley Mulsanne. 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, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
| Model | SRX | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 96 L |
