2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Sportage | CTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
