2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2007 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS-V would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac CTS-V 2007 Kia Sportage
Make Cadillac Kia
Model CTS-V Sportage
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1549 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 58 L


 

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