2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1251 kg more than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | SRX | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |