2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
