2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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 XLR (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | XLR | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
