2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac SRX and 2007 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 820 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. 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 2007 Ford Ka. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac SRX | 2007 Ford Ka | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | SRX | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |