2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac SRX and 2008 Volvo V70 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70. 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 V70. 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 2008 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | SRX | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |