2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | Escalade | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |