2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac SRX 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Cadillac Volkswagen
Model SRX Tiguan
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 254 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1700 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1809 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km


 

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