2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | CTS | Pregio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |