2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2002 Acura CL

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.

Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.

Compare all specifications:

2005 SsangYong Korando 2002 Acura CL
Make SsangYong Acura
Model Korando CL
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2293 cc 3210 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 6900 RPM
Torque 213 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.9 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 9.8:1
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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