2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (304 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1415 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Tahoe | SRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
