2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Cadillac BLS | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | BLS | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |