2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 639 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | SRX | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
