2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 604 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 Ford Expedition. 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 127 L |
