2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A6 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
