2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V50 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | V50 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |
