2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
