2010 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2010 Cadillac SRX and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 655 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2010 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | SRX | Colorado |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1916 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |