2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
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2003 SsangYong Korando | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Avalon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |