2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 394 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | S40 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |