Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Cadillac SRX | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 320 hp@6400 315 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 251 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.4 in | 106.9 in | 9.5 in |
Length | 194.9 in | 186.2 in | 8.7 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 72.6 in | 0 in |
Height | 67.8 in | 66.1 in | 1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4442 lb. | 4090 lb. | 352 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 39.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 57.9 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.6 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.5 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 38.6 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 57.1 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 55.1 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.0 in | 36.4 in | 4.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.0 in | 0.0 in | 35 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 43.6 in | 0.0 in | 43.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 24.2 in | 0.0 in | 24.2 in |
Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 28.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.4 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -29.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.4 ft3 | 38.3 | -5.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 69.5 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -15.2 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 |
2008 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
rear seating and space is grand. front cockpit is a bit short and chopped but acceptable. Front seats are not as comfortable as in our 2001 RX 300. The front seats are minimally acceptable. see full Lexus RX review |