2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V90. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V90. (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V90. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo V90 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo V90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | STS | V90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
