2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 517 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac STS. 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Kia | Cadillac |
Model | Sorento | STS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2957 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |