2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2002 Cadillac CTS and 2002 Volvo XC90 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 XC90. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 167 kg more than 2002 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | CTS | XC90 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |