2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | CTS | V70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
