2000 SsangYong Korando vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 267 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando. 2009 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Korando | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Korando | S80 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
