2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX

To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 703 kg more than 2010 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 2011 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Cadillac Escalade 2010 Cadillac SRX
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model Escalade SRX
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6200 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 403 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6950 RPM
Torque 565 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 5100 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2619 kg 1916 kg
Vehicle Length 5662 mm 4834 mm
Vehicle Width 2009 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1857 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 3302 mm 2807 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 79 L


 

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