2011 Cadillac SRX vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 187 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 885 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Cadillac SRX | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | SRX | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2512 mm |