2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 811 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | Escalade | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |