2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1212 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40, 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | S40 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2612 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1918 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
