2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | DeVille | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
