2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP) has 161 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 DTS (400 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | DTS | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
