2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage 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 343 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 103 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | STS | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
