2009 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic 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 210 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 572 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Civic | SRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
