2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type

To start off, both 2008 Cadillac SRX and 2008 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.

Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. 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 (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac SRX 2008 Jaguar X-Type
Make Cadillac Jaguar
Model SRX X-Type
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2099 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 0 HP
Torque 342 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 62 L


 

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