2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2010 Kia Amanti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Amanti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | SRX | Amanti |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |