1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S60. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 136 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | S60 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |