2012 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 911 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S80 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | S80 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | electric |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |
