2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 271 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | CTS | Musso |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |