1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 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 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 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, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DeVille | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
