2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SRX | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |