2009 Volvo C30 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2009 Volvo C30. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo C30.
Because 2011 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C30. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo C30 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | C30 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
