2012 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 136 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 726 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 2013 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
| Model | Sharan | SRX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
