2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 661 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Forte, 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Forte 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | SRX | Forte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
