2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 420 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 F-150. 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 F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 2546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 136 L |
