2009 Toyota Prius vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Prius | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Prius | SRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
