2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 SsangYong Korando | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Korando | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |