2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 283 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 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
