2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 3 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 538 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Savana. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | SRX | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
