2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando. 2008 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2004 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 SsangYong Korando | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |