2009 Acura TL vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Acura TL. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TL | SRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
