2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 41 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 XLR (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | XLR | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2776 mm |
