2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | SRX | XC90 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |