2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Korando | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |