2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac XLR. (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | XLR | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
