1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Sorento |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8187 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 80 L |