2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | STS | Korando |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
