2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 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 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 202 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 183 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Musso 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | STS | Musso |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| 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 | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 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 | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
