Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Cadillac Escalade | Volvo V50 | |
Engine | 6.0L V8 OHV-2v 345 hp@5200 380 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 103.9 in | 12.1 in |
Length | 198.9 in | 177.7 in | 21.2 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 69.7 in | 9.2 in |
Height | 74.2 in | 57.2 in | 17 in |
Curb Weight | 5537 lb. | 3548 lb. | 1989 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 15.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 38.9 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.2 in | 55.2 in | 10 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 61.4 in | 53.7 in | 7.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.6 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.1 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.1 in | 54.1 in | 11 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.3 in | 50.7 in | 10.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 34.4 in | 4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 64.4 in | 0.0 in | 64.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 27.3 in | 0.0 in | 27.3 in |
Total Legroom | 107.2 in (over 3 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 31.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -11.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 63.6 ft3 | 27.4 | 36.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.6 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | 41.7 ft3 |
2006 Cadillac Escalade Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV, ext. 403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to a 3rd row seat that has ample room and comfort. see full Cadillac Escalade review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |