2010 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 34 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 106 kg more than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Highlander | SRX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
