2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2011 Volvo C70, 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, 2011 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | C70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
