2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 is newer by 7 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) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Seville | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
