2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac DTS 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 68 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | DTS | C70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |