2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 93 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 202 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
Model | SRX | Terracan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |