2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 720 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Korando | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
