2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 497 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | STS | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |