2001 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2001 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | SsangYong | Ford |
Model | Korando | Expedition |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |