2011 Toyota Matrix vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 172 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Matrix | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Matrix | SRX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4366 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
