2011 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 132 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SRX | C |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
