2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1107 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. 2005 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
