2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 461 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | STS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
