1999 Kia Avella vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 860 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Avella | CTS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2880 mm |
