2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac CTS and 2009 Kia Sedona were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sedona. (160 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 273 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | CTS | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
