2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC90. (312 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Eldorado | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 4408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
