1992 Cadillac Seville 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 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 91 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Seville.

Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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 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 Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Cadillac Seville 2009 Kia Sportage
Make Cadillac Kia
Model Seville Sportage
Year Released 1992 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4915 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1596 kg 1687 kg
Vehicle Length 5320 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 58 L


 

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