2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac CTS and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60, 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60. 2005 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2005 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2005 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | CTS | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |