2001 Honda Accord vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Accord. 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Korando |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |