1996 Volvo 960 vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 206 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960. 2007 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volvo 960 | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | 960 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
