2011 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (333 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 255 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (394 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | SRX | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |
