2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
