2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70.
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 XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (345 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | SRX | XC70 |
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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 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 | 1883 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2815 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 |