1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 820 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Calais | Borrego |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 362 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 78 L |