2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo XC60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo XC60 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo XC60 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
Model | XC60 | CTS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |