2013 Cadillac SRX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, both 2013 Cadillac SRX and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 2013 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Cadillac SRX | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | SRX | Sonic |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |