2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | DTS | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |