2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 572 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 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Sorento | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
