2004 Acura TL vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 207 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | TL | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
