2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 901 kg more than 1999 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | Escalade | Korando |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |