2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 112 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Kia | Cadillac |
Model | Sorento | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2017 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |