2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Eldorado | Sportage |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 241 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |