2012 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Volvo C70. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 958 kg more than 2004 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70, 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo C70. (339 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Escalade | C70 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 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 | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5639 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1892 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
