2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac SRX and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 Volvo C70. 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 2008 Volvo C70. 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 (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | SRX | C70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |