1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 71 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Catera | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
