2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac DTS and 2006 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC90. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 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 DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | DTS | XC90 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 396 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |