2005 Kia Rio vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2005 Kia Rio and 2005 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 707 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Kia | SsangYong |
Model | Rio | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |