1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 147 kg more than 1991 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DeVille | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
