2012 Cadillac SRX vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac SRX | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | SRX | 306 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 308 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
