2003 Honda Accord vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 447 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Korando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |