2005 Ford Focus vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 413 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2010 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Focus | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Focus | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |