Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Cadillac SRX | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 320 hp@6400 315 lb-ft@4400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.4 in | 113.7 in | 2.7 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 193.4 in | 1.5 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 73.7 in | -1.1 in |
Height | 67.8 in | 72.8 in | -5 in |
Curb Weight | 4442 lb. | 4706 lb. | -264 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.8 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 59.0 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.4 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.4 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 38.7 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 58.9 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 55.5 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.0 in | 36.9 in | 4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 37.4 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 43.6 in | 53.1 in | -9.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 55.1 in | 45.3 in | 9.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 24.2 in | 34.9 in | -10.7 in |
Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -6.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.4 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | -11.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 69.5 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -14.2 ft3 |
2009 Cadillac SRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
2 teenage kids love it see full Cadillac SRX review |
2009 Cadillac SRX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat belts attached to front seats and not adjustable up and down. Lower sitting heighth than Lexus or other crossover SUVs or at least the appearance of same. see full Cadillac SRX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The center console is too wide and gets in the way see full Cadillac SRX review |
2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |