2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DTS | Avella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |
