2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Dodge Ram.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | SsangYong | Dodge |
| Model | Korando | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
