1992 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 523 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Sportage |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |