2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 3 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 542 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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 2011 Kia Rio. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | SRX | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |
