2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (320 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 834 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | SRX | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
