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Dodge Durango Hybrid vs. Cadillac SRX Review

How the Dodge Durango Hybrid stacks up against the Cadillac SRX - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid
Price: $45,040
2010 Cadillac SRX
Price Range: $33,330 - $49,360
Dodge Durango Hybrid vs. Cadillac SRX Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Cadillac SRX to the dealership as the Dodge Durango Hybrid. As far as gas mileage, the Dodge Durango Hybrid and the Cadillac SRX don't differ much. The SRX won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Dodge Durango Hybrid. The Dodge isn't much more expensive than the Cadillac SRX in terms of MSRP.

Utility
The Dodge Durango Hybrid will most definitely prove more convenient than the Cadillac SRX for those of you with frequent kid-cargo. The Dodge Durango Hybrid is a better choice than the Cadillac in terms of hauling capacity, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of luggage or massive dogs. The Dodge Durango Hybrid outpulls the Cadillac SRX by a massive margin.

Convenience
The Cadillac SRX's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the Dodge.

Comfort
Taller drivers will substantially enjoy the extra head room in the Dodge Durango Hybrid's front cabin compared to the SRX. The Durango Hybrid provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Cadillac SRX does.

Dimensions
The Dodge Durango Hybrid is considerably heavier than the SRX. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Durango Hybrid than the Cadillac SRX because of its bigger tank. The Cadillac SRX and the Dodge Durango Hybrid compete for the same parking spaces. The Durango Hybrid's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; however, the Cadillac may give a more agile feel in daily traffic.

Performance
Regarding horsepower, the Dodge Durango Hybrid packs quite a punch and will knock the SRX down a few rungs. On the other hand, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Durango Hybrid and the Cadillac SRX most definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Dodge's engine is tremendously more sizeable than the Cadillac's. Note that more massive engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Dodge Durango Hybrid is tremendously more powerful than the Cadillac SRX.

Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Durango Hybrid isn't quite as generous as the Cadillac SRX's.

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