2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V70.
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, 2005 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Seville | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |