2011 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 358 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sportage | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Sportage | XTS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
