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 |
