2002 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 897 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Korando | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
