2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando. 2003 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2004 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | Escalade | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |