2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Daewoo Matiz

To start off, both 2008 Cadillac SRX and 2008 Daewoo Matiz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2008 Daewoo Matiz has manual transmission. 2008 Daewoo Matiz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac SRX 2008 Daewoo Matiz
Make Cadillac Daewoo
Model SRX Matiz
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1889 kg 876 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 35 L


 

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