2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 367 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Seville | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
