2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Charger | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |