2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 644 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
