1956 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac Eldorado (185 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |
