2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | CTS | C30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1661 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |