2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | XLR | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
