2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 BMW 120. 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 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | SRX | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
