2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
