2003 Ford GT vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Ford GT.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford GT | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | GT | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
