2003 Peugeot 307 vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 307 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 174 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 452 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 307. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (184 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 307 | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Peugeot | Cadillac |
| Model | 307 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
