2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 970 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForTwo | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Smart | SsangYong |
| Model | ForTwo | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 72 L |
