2005 Acura RL vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2005 Acura RL and 2005 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Acura | SsangYong |
Model | RL | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |