2002 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 9 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Venza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Korando | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | Venza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
