2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 394 kg more than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | SRX | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
