2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 690 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella. 2009 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Avella has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Avella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DTS | Avella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2400 mm |
