2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | CTS | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |