2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac CTS and 2008 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | CTS | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |