2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 501 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | SRX | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
