2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 935 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Avanti | SsangYong |
| Model | Studebaker | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2490 mm |
