2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 87 kg more than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | SRX | Murano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |