2011 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler 300. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | SRX | 300 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 465 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |