2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. 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 (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | S80 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1616 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |