2004 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition 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 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 787 kg more than 2005 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 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Expedition | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |
