2010 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Impala 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 93 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 867 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Impala | SRX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
