2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 919 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Escalade | S80 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |