2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, both 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen and 2003 Kia Retona were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 911 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Retona. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2003 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | V Sixteen | Retona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2370 mm |
