2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2005 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | CTS | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |