2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 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 94 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (251 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850. 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 1995 Volvo 850. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |
