2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Kia Sportage 2010 Cadillac CTS
Make Kia Cadillac
Model Sportage CTS
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1687 kg 1756 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4867 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 68 L


 

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