1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 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, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
