2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 2012 Volvo XC60

To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 9 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 60 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC60. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2003 Cadillac Seville.

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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac Seville 2012 Volvo XC60
Make Cadillac Volvo
Model Seville XC60
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 3200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1712 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2748 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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