2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 519 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |