2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 2 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac Catera. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Catera | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Catera | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |