2003 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 332 kg more than 2003 Saab 03-Sep.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saab 03-Sep | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Saab | SsangYong |
| Model | 03-Sep | Korando |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
