2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 532 kg more than 2011 Honda Element. 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 Honda Element. 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | SRX | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
