2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S60. (258 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S60. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | S60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 258 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |