2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Nitro | SRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
