2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 827 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | Escalade | Korando |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
