2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (258 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo S60. 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | SRX | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
