2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Cerato | DTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
