2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 378 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | SRX | Carens |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| 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 | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
