2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac DTS. (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | DTS | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
