2005 Mazda Spiano vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2005 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Spiano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Spiano | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Spiano | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
