2012 Cadillac SRX vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 834 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500. 2012 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2013 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2013 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac SRX | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | SRX | 500 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 308 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
