1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac 6239D would be higher. At 5,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac 6239D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | 6239D | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
