1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 249 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | V50 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |