1986 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac DeVille | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DeVille | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
