2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Suzuki | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Vitara | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 257 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |