2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 4 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | SRX | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |