2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty

To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 111 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac SRX 2008 Jeep Liberty
Make Cadillac Jeep
Model SRX Liberty
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 3699 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2126 kg 2031 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 74 L