2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Altima | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
