2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Opirus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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, 2005 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 2005 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2008 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | CTS | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
