2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | STS | Musso |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
