1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | XC90 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |