2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 397 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | SRX | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |