2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 56 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (265 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 419 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SRX | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
