2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 645 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac STS (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | STS | Avella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2400 mm |
