2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1691 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 480. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | 480 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
