2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | STS | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| 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 | 14.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
