1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Seville. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Sorento |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4915 cc | 3295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |