2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2002 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2002 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | SsangYong |
| Model | Silver Seraph | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
