2007 Volvo S40 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40.
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 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S40 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | S40 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
