2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 427 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 2007 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Kia Sorento | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Kia | Cadillac |
Model | Sorento | BLS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |