2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (411 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | SRX | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
