1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (272 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Sorento |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |