2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 812 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
