2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | SRX | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
