1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 19 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 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Seville | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
