2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac DTS and 2008 SsangYong Kyron were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 369 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac DTS | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | DTS | Kyron |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |