2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 6 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, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens 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 2009 Kia Carens. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Korando | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | SsangYong | Kia |
| Model | Korando | Carens |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
