2004 Toyota Allion 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 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Allion. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 725 kg more than 2004 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Allion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Allion. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Allion | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Allion | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |