2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | DTS | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |