1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Sportage |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |