2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 346 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | X-Trail | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2485 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |