2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | CTS | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
