2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 787 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
