2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |