2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 496 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac BLS. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | BLS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
