2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac DTS. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | DTS | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |