2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 849 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Escalade | S80 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2835 mm |