2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX. 2006 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | SRX | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
