2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Cadillac STS | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | STS | Korando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |