2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 707 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (308 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Expedition | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 308 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |