2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso.
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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Musso. 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2007 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | Escalade | Musso |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |