2001 Smart ForFour vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 820 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForFour | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Smart | SsangYong |
Model | ForFour | Korando |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1785 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |