2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (167 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (225 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
