1995 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. 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, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sedona. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
