2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Korando | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 136 L |
