2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 4413 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
