2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac STS 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 441 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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, 2008 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 SsangYong Kyron. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Cadillac STS | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | STS | Kyron |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 369 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |