2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 2 and 2004 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 740 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2. 2004 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mazda 2 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | 2 | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |