2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac SRX would be higher. 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 186 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda 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.
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2008 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | SRX | Panda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |