2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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 X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | DTS | X670 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |