2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac CTS and 2007 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 13 kg more than 2007 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | CTS | C70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |