2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac STS and 2007 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 702 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS 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 STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio, 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | STS | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |