2005 Citroen C vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C 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 46 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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 2005 Citroen C. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | C | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |