2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2004 Volvo V40
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V40. (169 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V40. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 2004 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | DTS | V40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
