2011 Volvo XC90 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC90 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Volvo | Cadillac |
| Model | XC90 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
