2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto 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 190 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Kia Picanto. 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 2006 Kia Picanto. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | SRX | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
