2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2006 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona 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 47 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2006 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | DTS | Sedona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |