2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Kia | Cadillac |
Model | Borrego | CTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3776 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |