2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2002 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 329 kg more than 2002 Hyundai XG. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2002 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | SRX | XG |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
