1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Eldorado | Korando |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
