2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | SRX | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
