2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Kyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Kyron would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac STS | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | STS | Kyron |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |