2003 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 136 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 911 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 911 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
