2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 448 kg more than 2000 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ram (713 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Ram | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
