2012 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS. 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Sorento | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Sorento | BLS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
