2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (330 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | V70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
