2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 246 kg more than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Kia | Cadillac |
Model | Sorento | CTS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |