2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS. 2004 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | CTS | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
