2005 Audi S4 vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | S4 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
