1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. 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, 1999 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | V70 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |