2003 Ford Escape vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 364 kg more than 2003 Ford Escape. 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape. 2008 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escape | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
