1998 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 299 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (291 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volvo S80 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | S80 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
