2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. 2004 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Freelander | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Land Rover | SsangYong |
Model | Freelander | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |