2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Catera | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |