2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS 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 44 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | STS | Korando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| 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 | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
