1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Seville | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
