2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (246 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 312 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
