2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 SsangYong Korando
Make Jeep SsangYong
Model Grand Cherokee Korando
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4703 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 210 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 88.4 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 70 L


 

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