2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 97 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | SRX | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |