2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando. 2004 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | F-150 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
