2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | SRX | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 17.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
