2005 Ford Econovan vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Econovan. 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Econovan | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Econovan | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1788 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |