2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 522 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM5. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5. 2002 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Samsung |
| Model | Korando | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
