2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 139 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Sprinter | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1979 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
