2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2002 Cadillac CTS and 2002 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 153 kg more than 2002 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac CTS 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 2002 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S80, 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | CTS | S80 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |