2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 834 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac Escalade | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
Model | Escalade | Korando |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |