2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2005 Volvo C70

To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1006 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70.

Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo C70. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Cadillac Escalade 2005 Volvo C70
Make Cadillac Volvo
Model Escalade C70
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 2383 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 242 HP
Torque 515 Nm 341 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.9 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2667 kg 1661 kg
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 68 L