2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
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2004 SsangYong Korando | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |