1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
