2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 SsangYong Korando (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
Model | Korando | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |