2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 938 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S60. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Escalade | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 515 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |