2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | XK | SRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 79 L |
