2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Vizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Vizon would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Vizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (272 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 425 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.
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 Vizon (407 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Vizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Vizon | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
