2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2004 SsangYong Korando | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
Model | Korando | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |