2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 804 kg more than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Jeep | Cadillac |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | SRX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
