2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1999 Kia Sephia
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sephia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sephia would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 865 kg more than 1999 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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 (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sephia. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 1999 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | SRX | Sephia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |