2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 9 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | SsangYong | Audi |
Model | Korando | A8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |