2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (246 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
