2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2003 SsangYong Korando and 2003 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
Model | Korando | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |