1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Calais | Sorento |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |