2008 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 815 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Rio | SRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1101 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
