2005 Mazda MPV vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2005 Mazda MPV 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MPV (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Mazda MPV.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MPV | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | MPV | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
