2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | STS | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |