1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 167 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Sportage |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |