2005 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 406 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Kia | Cadillac |
Model | Carens | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |