2002 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | XC90 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |