2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | STS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
