2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac CTS and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (209 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2006 Volvo S60 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, 2006 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | CTS | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |