2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron

To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.

Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac CTS 2007 SsangYong Kyron
Make Cadillac SsangYong
Model CTS Kyron
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3173 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 238 km/hour 167 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 16.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 2004 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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