2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2003 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 785 kg more than 2003 Kia Amanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Escalade | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
